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The Man Who Would Be King
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"The Man Who Would Be King" Quotes

Two British adventurers seek power and wealth in a remote part of Afghanistan, but their dreams of ruling as kings come crashing down.

Quotes

The less said the better.

Rudyard Kipling

wisdom

He's a bloomin' thief!

Rudyard Kipling

betrayal

Roll me in my rug and I'll never tell.

Rudyard Kipling

courage

A man should be well-groomed.

Rudyard Kipling

appearance

We've made a new religion, a new language, and two or three customs.

Rudyard Kipling

culture

It was a miracle!

Rudyard Kipling

awe

We're the sons of Alexander!

Rudyard Kipling

pride

We'll make a break for it in the mornin'.

Rudyard Kipling

escape

We'll be kings in our own right.

Rudyard Kipling

ambition

It's better to have a little of the best than all of the worst.

Rudyard Kipling

quality